We had a number of pots and pans already that work with an induction cook top, so we were able to jump right in and use it  We love cooking on it as the heat settings are easy to manage.  It is energy efficient, easy to clean, and much better than our prior gas cook top which was a good brand.  Our ten year old granddaughter who was here for a visit was able to use the cook top with no problem.  Wish we had this sooner.